Amanda’s Restaurant

Came here on a Saturday evening for my SO’s birthday. First off, the restaurant is absolutely adorable, I love the décor and the vibe. Very homey but also classy. Very cute for date night.
We were seated promptly. We were quickly greeted by our server and served bread and our menus. The rolls were basic but the butter that accompanied with it was amazing. I’m pretty sure it was homemade as the texture was different than what you would normally expect.
He ordered the pan roasted salmon and I got the truffle fusilli pasta. His salmon was cooked to perfection, so light and tasty. My pasta was absolutely to die for. The pasta was perfectly cooked al dente, and the mushrooms with the sauce was the perfect combo.
We finished off with the cheesecake, which again I’m not surprise was amazing. Super light and fluffy.
100% will be returning for more deliciousness!

Came here with some friends for dinner. Made a reservation beforehand, however, part of the party was running late. The small bar in the foyer is perfect for the situation. Good selection of whiskey and other spirits. The bartender seemed knowledgeable and provided a decent standard pour on my whiskey. For the price point and locale, I honestly expected a bit more…
Once the party arrived, we got seated promptly. The menu was focused and concise. Service was a bit delayed at times as it was difficult to locate our server when we needed some attention. A small star lost here…
Food was well above average once they arrived both in taste and presentation. The fish mousse appetizer was delightful. I couldn’t recall the type of fish used, but it was not fishy at all. Texture and taste were on point.
On the entrée, the chicken that I got was perhaps a bit on the tough/​dry side. The fish entrée (sole?), however, was cooked to perfection.
The dessert had a nice presentation. However, the taste/​texture was honestly just average. Not sure if it was made in house or sourced, but wish this area was a bit better.
Solid 3 for me. There are so many other choices in this area. For Amanda’s to be priced as it is, I would have expected better.

Look, the food is always solid. It’s one of my favorites in Hoboken.
I’m writing about the half price wine promotion. You’d think I’d be raving — but I’m not. Because of our server. You see, three of us ordered a glass of wine from the same bottle, and while that would’ve been break even for a regular bottle, it would’ve saved us significant money to get the bottle on the promo. Our server said nothing.
Shenanigans.

Great place for brunch. Come early and make reservations for larger parties more than 2. Try the crispy eggs, eggs Benedict w salmon, and the French toast. Bellini and mimosa is a must

By far one of the best restaurants in all of Hoboken… This place has been here since the beginning and the food has only gotten better. While their menu isn’t serving up any wild and crazy new things they do the classics with a unique flair that just feels right.
The service is always top notch as is the overall experience… Over years of coming here I’ve had the opportunity to meet the owner and he’s a great man. He’s very active in the community but more importantly in his restaurant. He actively goes around and talks to patrons to make sure everything is up to par, not because he has to but because he honestly cares that much.
Go here and thank me later…

Lovely place to have brunch!
Such a pretty Victorian style setup, loved being there! There is ample sitting and the restaurant is big! Still since its pretty busy, always a good idea to reserve a table.
We were a bunch of 5 friends, and I think we ordered pretty much every thing on the brunch menu! Glad everyone enjoyed their meal. We ordered eggs Benedict, crispy egg, omelette, smoked salmon, chicken salad. Also, they serve mimosa! So basically wide variety to choose from!
And the woman who served us had such a warm smile, it was a pleasure

Everything was amazing from start to finish. The beet salad, butternut squash soup, salmon and oh my gosh the truffle pasta. One of the best meals my entire group had in a long time! Definitely worth it if you get a chance to go! And the atmosphere is quaint and full of charm as it’s an old Victorian house the restaurant is set in.

Really nice brunch place in Hoboken. We sat downstairs and it felt like a private dining experience
Whatever we ordered was nice.
French toast was delicious

It was Valentine’s Day and we wanted to do something different, go somewhere different. And to be honest Valentine’s Day can be tricky… you want to do something unique but most importantly you don’t want to «repeat» restaurants that you’ve been to — especially with other romantic partners. Touted as a romantic restaurant Jack and I ended up at Amanda’s in Hoboken, NJ for Valentine’s Day dinner. The one thing about Hoboken is the parking situation so we had a little bit of angst about being able to find nearby parking especially since we were in the middle of a Polar Vortex walking 2 or even 3 blocks seemed unfathomable and daunting. Lucky for me my boyfriend is a gem of a gentleman and he dropped me off in the front of restaurant and found parking a few blocks away.
As soon as I walked in I was greeted with a warm «hug.» The atmosphere is inviting and romantic. I made my way to the host/​hostess stand and checked in. The host was jovial. He escorted me through the main dining room which was packed. I really liked the color palette and the décor was an interesting a combination of Hoboken maps and baseball. We were seated in the lower level which was small room of about 10 tables. Cozy. I checked my coat, sat down and perused the prix fix menu while I waited for Jack to walk back from parking the car.
As starters Jack ordered the mushroom soup and I ordered the lobster risotto. Jack loved to mushroom soup. The menu did not articulate which type of mushroom but he said «whatever it is it’s good.» As for the lobster risotto, let’s say, I was disappointed. Was there plenty of lobster yes. There was just a rough taste to the risotto. Not as creamy as I had hoped. But it was ok. Not good, not great, just ok.
For an entrée Jack ordered the halibut and I ordered the rack of lamb. Jack did not rave about his fish. It looked good but he was not in love with the dish. For the rack of lamb I can tell you that it was abysmal. No seasoning at all. It was if they just threw the meat on an open flame for 4 minutes and then served it. No salt, no nothing. Now what makes matters worse is that my rack of lamb is out of this world so I was also comparing how I make my dish to this one that was served to me on Valentine’s Day. Disappointing. The plate looked pretty and was a nice sized portion but the food had no flavor.
One would think that we would had our enough with the entrée experience to forgo dessert. But we didn’t. We had paid for it as it was included in the price fix. We both ordered the cherry cheesecake which was actually good. Not the best cheesecake that I’ve had in the world but it was pretty good.
So, would I recommend Amanda’s? That’s a good question. I am going to hold off on recommending people to go until I give it another try. I think there was a lot of pressure on Amanda’s to perform on Valentine’s Day and unfortunately it wasn’t their best showing. What I can tell you is that it’s a romantic restaurant and Jack and I will come back for another try.

Went to check out this spot for brunch and had high expectations of it based on the reviews I’ve read, but my anticipation of the place wasn’t what I expected. The food was pretty good yet not as wonderful as I’d hope for. The setting is homey and quaint but for the price of brunch I would have hope to get more for my money.

This is my FAVORITE brunch spot in Hoboken, hands down! Everything on the menu is good.
My go-​to is the Fried Eggs with Asparagus. The egg is battered and deep fried to perfection, keeping the yolk liquid. It comes with a side of salad, shiitake mushrooms, and prosciutto. My second go-​to (when I’m craving some sugar) is the Croissant French Toast. The fruit they use is seasonal, and comes with a side of fruit salad.
The interior décor is very beautiful and charming– I’m talking fine china plates et all. You can host private events here as well with a fixed menu.

My husband and I have made it a tradition (2 years in a row so far) of dining here on New Year’s Eve. The 5 pm seating is only $ 35 per person for a 3 course dinner. That’s an amazing value for the holiday and for the amount and quality of food you receive.
Upon arrival, we were seated promptly. The New Year’s Eve menu offers some featured alcoholic drinks, but the full bar is also available. I started with a glass of the Charles & Charles Riesling and my husband ordered a craft beer. We both chose to start with the Lobster Bisque as our First Course. This was also offered the previous year, and we both loved it both years. It’s rich and creamy and perfection. For entrees, my husband ordered the Coriander and Sesame Crusted Salmon with Moroccan Lentils and Preserved Lemon Crème Fraiche. He said it reminded him of Indian food and really enjoyed it. I opted for the Grill Skirt Steak with Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Haricots Verts and Red Wine Demi Glacé. Those truffle potatoes were mmm, mmm, good! And the steak wasn’t too bad either. I really enjoyed my meal, and finished everything on my plate. For dessert, I ordered the Black Forest Cake with Tart Cherries and Whipped Cream. It was decent, maybe even a bit too rich for my liking. The cherries were a nice touch though. My husband had the Toffee Steamed Pudding with Caramel Sauce. He raved about that.
On both of our visits here, we had a wonderful New Year’s Eve. The service was impeccable and the food was delightful. And for the price of $ 35 plus tax, gratuity, and beverages, it can’t be beat. We’re definitely looking forward to returning next New Year’s Eve (and maybe sometime during the year too)! Thank you for making our New Year’s Eves a night to remember!

What a lovely posh place! We thought it was small upon entering with a tiny bar and back room, but when I used the restroom I realized it was quite large. It was decorated with library décor and a really nice atmosphere.
The menu was pricy for brunch, but worth it.
Their rolls to start were fluffy, moist and almost potato flavor. We LOVED THEM.
Hubby had a bloody Maria by accident and liked it (he meant to order a Bloody Mary haha ah well!). My sister in law had a Bellini and deemed it amazing. My mother in law had fresh juice and I had the perfect cappuccino.
For brunch my husband had the croissant French toast which was the best meal! It was amazing, delicious, fattening and just wonderful. We split bacon (thick, delicious) and sausage for a side. Spot on. My SIL had the crispy egg and devoured it.
My mother in law didn’t like hers. She had the chicken salad and said the chicken was quite dry. Mine was just okay as well, chorizo and goat cheese omelet. Something was missing (maybe pepper?! Salt? Can’t tell) and it had way too much goat cheese.
Dessert was more epic cappuccinos and a molten lava cake which was gone in seconds.
Their restroom was clean and coat check was quick and easy. Totally recommend this place, but order the French toast for a safe bet on entrée.

Amanda’s is an amazing place for brunch or for any special occasion. The environment makes you feel at home with its warm ambiance and portraits displayed on the wall. The employees are friendly and are always on top of things.
I came here on Christmas Eve for the pre-​fixe and everything was to die for. For appetizers, I ordered the steamed mussels. They were embedded in vegetables and drowned in a creamy red wine curry. For my entrée, I had the grilled angus sirloin with blue cheese potatoes and vegetables. The steak was perfectly juicy and the potatoes had just the right amount of cheesy goodness to them. And for dessert… chocolate cake with a peppermint chocolate filling. Extraordinary! (I also took some bites of my sister’s bananas foster, which had a wonderful combination of caramel and chocolate)
Overall, I had an amazing experience here. The service was keen on making sure my family and I received everything we ordered. This place puts a little modern twist on American food by adding rich ingredients.

Absolutely fantastic! Came here on a Sunday for brunch. The place was packed with families, groups of twenty-​something year old girls, and couples, but we had no problem getting seated right away. Our server was efficient and friendly. My boyfriend and I ordered cocktails from the «Hair of the Dog» section, and he enjoyed is cucumber Bloody Mary as I equally enjoyed my pumpkin spice Bellini (tasted like pumpkin pie!).
The menu is interesting, comprised of cool selections such as short rib hash and more traditional eggs Benedict. My boyfriend ordered Crispy Eggs, and we spent most of our date trying to figure out how in the heck one was able to fry and coat a perfectly poached egg with breadcrumbs. In any event, they were delicious.
Aside from the food, the décor is beautiful, old-​fashioned (but not run down/​stuffy) and the atmosphere is lively. Management is professional and friendly. We cannot wait to return!

I have heard such rave reviews for this place; honestly, I was pretty underwhelmed considering the price for brunch. I ordered the crispy eggs, and they were good — definitely unique — but they didn’t blow me away. My partner got an omelette and he was also happy, but not extremely impressed. In addition, service was mixed; they were very attentive through the beginning of our meal, but I had to flag someone down twice for a coffee refill. Maybe they were just having an off day… It’s a great space, and I really wanted to like it. I could imagine coming back for dinner.
PS — The Sunday morning we were there, there were at least 4 large parties (two bridal showers, one birthday, and one event that was perhaps for business) — this place seems really equipped to deal with large parties.

This place quickly caught my heart the minute I stepped inside. Inside décor was simply so adorable, with portraits and shades on the wall. I am not really an old-​fashion type of person, nevertheless I can never say no to the acquaintance feeling it generated.
We ordered egg Benedict with salmon, as well as the crispy egg. Especially recommend the crispy egg, with melting yolk hiding in the center and covered by the crispy crust. Benedict was not special, but it was accompanied by fruits and fries, so a full combo. The room was quickly filled when we finished our brunch.
Attentive service so will definitely come back.

What can I tell you about Amanda’s that you don’t already know or haven’t read? Just this — if you’re looking for an upscale dinner experience in Hoboken with excellent service to boot — go here! For a special GNO, my friend and I went here for dinner last Friday and had a fantastic time.
Yes, can’t say enough about the courteous and efficient staff. Everyone was warm, friendly and quietly doing their job without being too rushed or slow — a perfect art. Water glasses were never empty and food was paced just right.
We started off with two apps — the crab cake and the beet salad. Both were delicious. The crab cake was creamy, had a rich texture and was melt in the mouth flavorful. The beet salad was sweet and savory and had a sprinkling of goat cheese. Love at every bite.
For the mains we both opted for the only pasta dish on the menu — Truffle Tagliolini with a mushroom reduction. Now this was a HUGE mountain of pasta — enough for three people at least. Taken aback with the portion size, we both dug in and did our best to make a dent! The pasta was a mix of a rich cream sauce and a generous helping of the roasted woodland mushrooms — a bit too rich for my taste, and I enjoyed the apps more.
For desert we got the pineapple upside down cake with vanilla ice cream which was simply outstanding. Get it. Our waitress warned us it was too small to share, but IMHO it was just right to be shared between two people after a heavy dinner.
Why did I dock one star? Because they have only one vegetarian dish on the menu! Even the soup of the day (spring vegetable) was cooked in a chicken broth. Come on Amanda’s, how about adding at least one more to give some variety to the vegetarians who want to enjoy your cuisine?!

Oh, this place. To describe it in a few words: Not too pricey in my opinion (~$ 60 for two working college students) that got us Mimosas, an entrée, and a desert to share. It seemed like a perfect place for a group of friends, families, or people who are dating to get brunch to.
First, the décor made me think I was dining in someone’s fancy house. But, let me get to the actual food experience.
My friend and I ended up getting Mimosas and it all started going downhill (in an awesome way) from there. I ended up getting the «Eggs in Purgatory.» This dish really lived up to its expectations. I was amazed at how they kept the egg intact as I cut into my knife with it. In addition, the bread was a perfect addition as I literally turned the dish into a flatbread to be eaten with the sauce.
For desert, we got the berry and brown butter tart: amazing. The warmth of the tart and the coldness of the ice cream mixed so well together. To be honest, I must be a sucker for ice cream, because if a restaurant serves good ice cream, I am a happy man.
Overall, this place is amazing. It also has free parking (if you park at 12^th and Hudson Streets at the Little Man Parking Deck).
Food: ⁵⁄₅
Interior: ⁵⁄₅
Overall: ⁵⁄₅

Goodness, nothing makes me more excited than a good weekend brunch! I had the pleasure of going to Amanda’s Restaurant with a friend and what a great experience. As soon as we sat down, we were given menus and a nice warm piece of bread for starters. I ordered the brunch classic staple: eggs Benedict with cured salmon and spinach because I truly believe that eggs Benedict can decide if the restaurant has good brunch and for me to explore other options later. Boy did they do well on the dish!
At Amanda’s, they really know how to poach an egg perfectly; a yolk that is still runny but not to the point where you cut it and it bleeds all over your plate but one that moves but still stays near the egg. It even made my friend jealous that I ordered the Benedict while he ordered a separate simpler egg dish (called «Eggs in Purgatory»). We split the berry and brown butter tart for dessert and I knew this place had brunch down perfectly.
I appreciate that you don’t have to head over to the city for a great weekend brunch and Amanda’s is one of the biggest reasons why. What’s more, they offer free parking in crowded ol’ Hoboken. Just make sure you park in the correct lot because my friend and I made the mistake of parking in a separate lot that they don’t fulfill. Looking forward to returning soon!

My husband and I just ate here for the first time, and we really enjoyed the food. My husband had the Grilled Angus Sirloin and really enjoyed it. The meat was really tender and perfectly cooked. I had the Pan Roasted Cod, which was really good too. We would say that the food was between 3 to 4 stars, and the service was just as good and accommadating. We will definitely come back for another fine meal.